BUK ASUU Awards ₦100,000 Scholarships to 16 Needy Students
"No Student Left Behind" – ASUU-BUK’s Commitment to Education The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Bayero University Kano (BUK) branch, has awarded ₦100,000 each to 16 financially disadvantaged students as part of its Indigent Student Scholarship Scheme. At the award ceremony on Tuesday, ASUU-BUK Chairperson Dr. Ibrahim Tajo-Siraj emphasized:✔ Inclusive Education: Support for bright students regardless of financial status✔ Union’s Sacrifice: Funded by voluntary deductions from lecturers’ salaries✔ National Impact: ASUU awards ₦200,000 to two students per branch nationwide "We are not just lecturers—we are mentors and nation-builders. This scholarship ensures no potential is wasted due to poverty."— Dr. Ibrahim Tajo-Siraj 💰 Scholarship Breakdown CategoryBeneficiariesAmount (₦)ASUU National2 students200,000 eachASUU-BUK16 students100,000 eachTotal18 students₦2.4M 🎯 Why This Matters ✅ Over a Decade of Impact: Sustained for 10+ years, with past beneficiaries excelling✅ Competitive Selection: 100+ applicants screened for academic merit & need✅ Grassroots Support: Lecturers contributing despite modest salaries 🗣️ Voices from the Ceremony Prof. Muhammad […]